Building Fences & Gates How to Design & Build Them From the Ground Up

by Freudenberger, Richard

• ISBN13: 9781887374477
• ISBN10: 1887374477
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1999-12-31
• Publisher: Sterling

Summary

Whether you are revamping, renovating, or starting from scratch, here is everything you need to know about building fences and gates. Complete with full-color photography and detailed instructions. Using the simplest tools, you can create a stunning variety of fence and gate designs to suit your site.
Woodworkers and those with no building experience alike will find this book to be a valuable resource for designing and building these unique and timeless structures. Functional illustrations and hundreds of instructional and inspirational photographs will guide you in the completion of a project you're sure to enjoy for years to come.

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. 6
The Fence in Our History	p. 10
Surveying + Planning Your Site	p. 18
Tools + Techniques	p. 26
Using the Right Materials	p. 34
Choosing + Using Finishes	p. 48
Hardware: Fasteners, Hinges + Latches	p. 54
The Basics of Building + Repair	p. 64
Fence Styles: Designs + Ideas	p. 84
Planning + Hanging a Gate	p. 102
A Typical Project	p. 116
A Gallery of Fences + Gates	p. 124
Glossary of Terms	p. 142
Index	p. 144
Acknowledgements	p. 144
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